I wanted to get rid of unwanted fat and get a bigger butt. I wanted to improve my overall shape. Updated on 28 May 2012: Things to know before hand: Buy depends waterproof mattress protector dark sheets socks wipes antibacterial soap antiseptic spray bandages Vitamin C Gatorade Laxative Eat soft low sodium foods. I wish they had given me a list. I got 1 lymphatic massage pre op. It was not recommended by doctor but saw that it helped